Autologous Rib Cartilage
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This is an autologous tissue rhinoplasty procedure in which the 7th, 8th, and 9th costal cartilages are harvested through an approximately 2 cm incision in the flank area and used as nasal graft material. It is indicated for patients who are reluctant to use artificial implants, have capsular contracture, severe upturned nose deformity, or require a large amount of cartilage due to repeated revision surgery. The procedure is performed under general anesthesia and takes approximately 2–3 hours.
Surgery Overview
Rib cartilage rhinoplasty is an Autologous Tissue rhinoplasty procedure that harvests the 7th, 8th, and 9th Rib Cartilage for use as a nasal Implant. It is suitable for patients who are uncomfortable with artificial implants or who require a large amount of Cartilage due to side effects such as capsular contracture, severe Short Nose Correction, or repeated Revision surgery.
Autologous Tissue surgery with a reduced risk of side effects Rib Cartilage can be used as an Implant for Revision surgery rhinoplasty, severe Short Nose Correction, or when concerned about bodily rejection of artificial implants.
Recommended for
· Those with foreign body reactions to artificial implants · Those who require a large amount of Autologous Tissue due to severe Short Nose Correction · Those who need definitive Revision surgery due to multiple revision procedures or capsular contracture · Those for whom Autologous Tissue harvesting is difficult because Septal Cartilage or Ear Cartilage was used in previous surgery
Features of Grand Rib Cartilage Rhinoplasty
Point 1. Autologous Tissue Implant without rejection concerns
By inserting an Autologous Tissue Implant, the risk of rejection reactions from the skin or immune system is reduced.
Point 2. Harvesting a sufficient amount of Implant material
A sufficient amount of Implant material can be harvested even during Revision surgery.
Point 3. A sturdy Implant that provides strong nasal support
The strong tissue can correct capsular contracture or severe Short Nose Correction with sufficient support.
Surgical Procedure
STEP 1. Rib Cartilage Harvesting
Rib Cartilage is harvested through a small incision of approximately 2 cm on the side of the torso.
STEP 2. Shaping
The harvested Rib Cartilage is shaped to match the desired contour.
STEP 3. Implant Insertion
The Rib Cartilage Implant is inserted in the precise location.
Various Rhinoplasty Materials
Materials suited to each individual's nasal type are used, such as artificial implants for the Nasal Bridge and Autologous Tissue for the Nasal Tip. · Autologous Tissue: Septal Cartilage, Autologous Dermal Graft, Autologous Fat, Autologous Ear Cartilage, Autologous Rib Cartilage, autologous fascia · Artificial implants: Silicone implant, Gore-Tex, Silitex, artificial dermis, artificial rib cartilage, Medpor
Surgery Information
| Surgery time: Approximately 2–3 hours | Anesthesia: General anesthesia | Hospitalization: None | Suture removal: Sutures and splint removed after 1–2 weeks
Before and After Photos
Before surgery → 2 months after surgery
Before surgery → 1 month after surgery
Before surgery → 2 months after surgery
Please Note
Surgical methods and results may vary depending on the individual's condition and are determined through consultation with a specialist.
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